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Quick Cheesy Grits with Fried Egg

Quick Cheesy Grits with Fried Egg

Breakfast
Prep Time
2min
Cook Time
10min
Servings
1
Calories
290
Chef's Note

For creamier grits, you can substitute half the water with milk. If you prefer a fully cooked yolk, simply flip the egg and cook for an additional minute.

Tags
breakfast
quick
vegetarian
cheese
egg
grits
southern
easy
comfort food
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup instant grits

  • 1 cup water

  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 teaspoon butter

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
  • 1

    Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan.

  • 2

    Slowly stir in 1/4 cup instant grits and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • 3

    While grits are cooking, heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon butter to melt.

  • 4

    Crack 1 egg into the skillet and cook until the white is set but yolk is still runny, about 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  • 5

    Once grits are done, remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese until melted.

  • 6

    Pour cheesy grits into a bowl, top with the fried egg, and sprinkle with remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
290
Calories
16g
Protein
24g
Carbs
15g
Fat

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